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OLIVE OIL HEALTH BENEFITS

Benefits of Olive Oil

The benefits of olive oil are numerous, and more positive attributes are credited to it every year as more discoveries are made. Regular consumption of olive oil can boost your immune system and help prevent diseases.

Heart

As a food item olive oil it has high amounts of monounsaturated fatty acids, which research has shown to promote “good” cholesterol (HDL) while lowering levels of “bad” cholesterol (LDL). Health experts recommend two tablespoon of olive oil as a booster for your heart. It slows the aging of the heart and keeps its arteries elastic and supple.

Digestion

Olive oil is soothing to the digestive tract, and has been known to prevent gallstones and ulcers. It helps to promote digestion.

Cancer

Olive oil is rich in valuable vitamins and nutrient and has a wealth of antioxidants which help the body fight free radicals and cancer. Studies have shown olive oil is effective in the prevention of cancers. Components of olive oil, such as squalene and lignans are being studied for their effects on cancer. Olive oil contains vitamin E, long considered as a cancer deterrent.

Diabetes

A diet rich in monounsaturated fats in beneficial in the prevention of diabetes. The kind of fatty acids are important, and the monounsaturated fats prevalent in olive oil help to keep the “bad” cholesterol in check, while promoting the “good” cholesterol. It can also help in reducing obesity even though olive oil has a high caloric rate.

Blood pressure

Regular consumption of olive oil can lower both systolic and diastolic levels. The nutrient in olive oil can keep your arteries supple and elastic.

Bone

People with a diet containing high amounts of olive oil are less likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis. It also helps to improve bone mineralization and calcification. It helps the body to absorb calcium and is important in preventing the onset of osteoporosis.

Studies in Europe have shown a correlation between olive oil consumption and a reduction in depression. More studies have shown the beneficial effect of olive oil on strokes by reducing the risks.

Olive oil has also been known as an important component of the “Mediterranean diet”. A diet high in monounsaturated fats, fruits, vegetables, whole grain cereals and low-fat dairy products, weekly consumption of poultry and fish, and a low consumption of red meat is beneficial in: reducing stress, reducing “bad” cholesterol, increasing heart strength, and protects from cancer, diabetes and obesity while increasing general health and well-being.

With a plethora of benefits, you can’t go wrong with olive oil. Not only does it benefit your health, it taste great!